Climbing in Dartmoor
The Dewerstone, Haytor or Sheeps Tor offer some of the best climbing and bouldering opportunities Dartmoor has to offer. Visit the UK Climbing Dartmoor web page See UKC details of Dewerstone,&nb
YHA Dartmoor
Postbridge, Devon, PL20 6TUOverview
If you want to get away from it all for an outdoor activity break, YHA Dartmoor is the perfect spot. The hostel is surrounded by the open moorland and forest of Dartmoor National Park, with easy access to a network of off-road routes for walking and cycling holidays.
YHA Dartmoor is a comfortable, child-friendly, rural retreat which boasts cosy features including a woodburner and exposed stone walls. The famous Dartmoor ponies often pay the hostel a visit from the nearby open moorland – always a favourite with visiting children.
Why guests love YHA Dartmoor
Accommodation at YHA Dartmoor
Bed in a shared room
Dorms are not currently available.
Dorm rooms have multiple beds and are shared with other people who may not be travelling together. They are usually more affordable than private rooms as you'll be booking a bed rather than the whole room.
A typical shared dorm room includes bunk beds, a reading light and a storage cupboard for each guest.
Children aged between 12 and 15 can stay in dorm rooms as long as an adult of the same gender accompanies them.
Shared shower and toilet facilities are located near to the room. None of our dorm rooms have en-suite facilities.
Private rooms
Want some privacy? With a private room, you'll be booking the whole room for your stay.
Private rooms typically include a storage cupboard and reading light for each bed, plus a wash hand basin.
Shared shower and toilet facilities are located near to the room. None of our private rooms have en-suite facilities.
Pitch-up camping
Our small but practical camping area is great for weekend getaways in the great outdoors. The hostel facilities are right on the doorstep and campers have access to them 24 hours a day. Campfires are strictly prohibited on the campsite.
Hire the whole place
Planning an overdue get-together or celebrating a birthday/anniversary? Looking for a base for your group's next adventure? Make your special occasion extra special with YHA Exclusive Hire.
You can hire the whole building at YHA Dartmoor and, with sole use of the property, come and go as you please. This property is great for walking and rambling holidays with family and friends in the countryside. Dogs are welcome too!
Food and drink at YHA Dartmoor
Things to do around YHA Dartmoor
Cycling in Dartmoor
The Dartmoor Way, Princetown or Plym Valley disused railways offer fantastic safe and traffic free family cycling. YHA Dartmoor is situated right in the heart of the High moor in a little hamlet ca
The Miniature Pony Centre
Get really close to adorable miniature Shetland ponies and miniature Mediterranean donkeys.
National Marine Aquarium
Journey through the oceans of the world from the local shoreline to the deep Atlantic. Visit the NMA website
High Moorland Visitor Centre
Find out about Dartmoor and its history, culture and wildlife, and explore the gallery here which has regularly changing exhibitions.
South Devon Steam Railway
South Devon Railway is a seven mile line running down the stunning River Dart valley. It runs between Buckfastleigh, the main station, and Totnes in the south west of the country. S
Morwellham Quay
This reconstructed port was once the busiest port west of Exeter and the largest copper port in Queen Victoria’s empire. Visit the website
Hostel facilities
- 24-hour access
- Ambulant accessible
- Breakfast
- Classroom(s)
- Contactless payments
- Cycle store
- Dining room
- Evening meals
- Free parking on premises
- Games
- Garden/grounds
- Group meals
- Highchair
- Large garden/grounds
- Licensed bar
- Meeting rooms
- Minibus parking on premises
- Near bus stop
- No mobile coverage
- Outdoor seating
- Packed lunch
- Restaurant
- Self-catering kitchen
- Shared drying room
- Shared laundry room
- Shared lounge
- Sole use
- Water refill station
- WiFi
Hostel need to know
Reception opening hours: From 08:00 - 10:00 and 17:00 - 20:30.
Food and drink: Breakfast is served to guests daily from 07:30 – 09:00. Meals are also available from 17:00 – 20:00.
Self-catering: Guests have access to a self-catering kitchen.
Parking: There is free parking at the hostel.
WiFi: Free WiFi is available in shared social spaces.
Dogs: Pets are not permitted at YHA Dartmoor, except in our Camping & Cabins accommodation or when hiring the whole hostel through YHA Exclusive Hire. Assistance dogs are welcome - please notify us at the time of booking.
YHA Dartmoor - Access Statement
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YHA School Trips
YHA Dartmoor gives students a chance to explore and discover a wealth of wildlife and archaeology while the River Dart has plenty to offer in the way of water sports. The area also has a rich history with evidence of settlements dating back over a thousand years. With group catering and a classroom, this is the perfect location for a school outing.
Book your YHA School Trip.
Volunteering
Volunteering with YHA is a fantastic way to have fun, learn new skills, boost your CV and travel to different places. We have a variety of different opportunities to choose from and volunteering roles to suit everyone.
The tasks are varied and in return you will meet some great people, who both work and stay in our hostels, as well as enjoying your time off discovering the local area and attractions.
Find out more and apply to volunteer at this hostel through YHA volunteering.
Meet the team
Manager recommends: With this stunning Dartmoor National Park accommodation as your base, you can enjoy the tranquillity of a picnic by the East Dart River or, for a great outdoor activity break, the exhilaration of walking up Bellever Tor to take in the stunning views. Explore Bellever Forest and discover a wealth of wildlife, archaeology and grazing Dartmoor ponies.
